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Fort Worth Winter 2024

5v5 FLAG FOOTBALL -FORT WORTH

5v5 Flag Football provides the safest and most effective way for boys and girls to play the sport. Flag Football offers a fun, safe, and competitive experience for boys and girls at every age and skill level. Ages (Kindergarten-High School). Check us out this Fall!!!

We are revamping our programs so come see all the new improvements!!!

*****WE WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO HAVE A LOCTION IN FORT WORTH IF WE CAN GET 250 KIDS REGISTRED. IF WE DO NOT HAVE 250 KIDS WE WILL HAVE TO COMBINE OUR FORT WORTH AND KELLER LOCATIONS AND DO HOME AND AWAY GAMES BETWEEN THEM. THE LARGER LOCATION WILL GET 2 HOME GAMES.****

**SATURDAY GAMES**

$149.99 / Season

GAME DAY VENUE:

Southwest Christian School Lakeside Campus

SEASON STARTS:

January 20

SEASON ENDS:

February 3rd and 4th

SEASON OVERVIEW:

10 Games in 3 weeks. Tournament style with 3 game a day for January 20, 27 and February 3rd plus an end of season tournament on February 4th with 1 game guaranteed!

Games will be run tournament style with 12 minute halves and pool play style.

9 pool play regular season games and 1 game guaranteed in the end of season tournament

PRACTICE GUIDELINES:

Practice days and times will be determined by the coaches.

*GRADE BASED***

Co-ed is Kindergarten-1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, 4th-5th grade, 6th-7th Grade, 8th-9th grade, and High School (10th, 11th, and 12th grade)

Divisions are grade based, and are determined by the grade the child is in for the 2023-2024 School year.

Pre-k and Girls only divisions will not be offered in Winter

RECREATIONAL VS. COMPETITIVE

Recreational Flag Football and Competitive Flag Football differ in several key aspects:

Skill Level: Recreational Flag Football is generally designed for players of all skill levels, including beginners and casual participants. It prioritizes fun, inclusivity, and a relaxed atmosphere. On the other hand, Competitive Flag Football is geared towards more experienced players who possess a higher level of skill and athleticism. It emphasizes intense competition and higher performance standards.

Focus on Winning: While winning is always a goal in both recreational and competitive settings, the emphasis may vary. In Recreational Flag Football, the focus is more on participation, enjoyment, and fostering a sense of community. Winning is not the sole objective, and the emphasis is on fair play and sportsmanship. In Competitive Flag Football, winning becomes a primary focus, and teams strive to outperform their opponents with a more intense drive to achieve victory.

Team Composition: In Recreational Flag Football, teams may be composed of players with diverse backgrounds and skill levels, often allowing friends and family members to play together. Competitive Flag Football typically involves more structured team compositions.

Game time differences: In Recreational Flag Football there is only going to be one referee per field. The referees will explain penalties more in depth and may not call all penalties as they happen. For example they may warn a team about a penalty before calling it next time. It is a learning experience for both players and coaches. In Competitive Flag Football there will be a minimum of 2 referees per game. The referees will call penalties as they see them .

Both Recreational and Competitive Flag Football offer their own unique experiences, catering to different player preferences and skill levels. It's important to choose the type of league or game that aligns with your goals, whether it's for fun and socializing or seeking a higher level of competition.

Please make sure to sign up for the correct division. THERE WILL BE NO SWITCHING BETWEEN THE RECREATIONAL AND COMPETITIVE DIVISIONS AT ALL! ONCE TEAMS ARE COMPLETED IT IS FINALIZED!

We will only be offering Recreational and Competitive divisions in the 2nd-3rd and 4th-5th grade divisions. If we do not get enough sign ups we may have to combine the Recreational and competitive divisions.

SCHEDULES RELEASED:

January 13th

NEWLY REVAMPED PRESEASON SKILLS CLINIC: (*Optional - but Highly Recommended )

This is a fast-paced and fun event where players can meet other players in their age group. The event is run by professional trainers to help build the skills and get prepared for the upcoming season!

PRICE INCREASE ON NOVEMBER 5TH !

Price of registration will increase from $149.99 to $164.99 after this date. Try and get your registrations in sooner rather than later! This really helps us get everything in order well before the season starts.

LATE REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN ON DECEMBER 31ST

Late registration price will be $189.99 so sign up early to make sure you get the best deal!

*Scholarships Available For Those That Qualify*

Don't let money issues be the reason your child misses out on the season. We can help. Reach out to [email protected] for scholarship procedures.

FULL SEASON SCHEDULE:

Week 1 - 1/20

Week 2 - 1/27

Week 3 - 2/3

PLAYOFFS - 2/4

UNIFORMS:

Every registered player will receive a brand new uniform set for the season. Each comes with a jersey and matching shorts. You can choose to personalize your player's jersey with their last name on the back for an extra fee. This is optional and available for you to select on the registration form.

UNIFORM REUSE PROGRAM

Been on the same team for a while? Last season's uniform still fits? Getting custom jerseys with your team? Save some money with the uniform reuse program! If you do not need a uniform for the Fall 2023 season you can select to do the uniform reuse and save $15 on your registration!!! *NOTE USING THIS CODE WILL MEAN NO UNIFORM IS ORDERED FOR YOUR PLAYER SO MAKE SURE YOU ONLY USE IT IF YOU DO NOT WANT A NEW UNIFORM!*

**Numbers will be assigned randomly by size - There is no way to order a specific number at this time**

Ready to volunteer as a coach? *Coaches get to pick your team colors* Coaching Discounts are Available! Reach out to [email protected] to receive a discount code.

We are happy to offer 24 color options for uniforms! See image below for the color schemes:

COACHES:

**All Coaches are Volunteers (Usually a Parent)**

Coaches get to choose: Team Name, Jersey Color, Practice Days and Times.

Interested in Coaching your Athlete's Team? Click the Volunteer to Coach Option under the "Register Here" tab and select the appropriate league. We can provide you with tools to help with the job - cones, flags, footballs, playbooks, practice scripts, and more!

Coaching Discounts Available! Reach out to the [email protected] to receive a discount code.

THINGS TO EXPECT!

Fun, exciting and memorable experiences for kids and parents alike with music in a family friendly environment that you will actually want to go to!

We will do our best to accommodate teams with schedules. Coaches can submit a schedule accommodation form before the schedule is made and we will do everything we can to help you out!

Fully stocked concessions at the field for all your food, snacks and drinks needs!

Referees who are well trained! We will closely work with each and every one to make sure they are well trained on the rulebook and every policy we have.

and most importantly we want to make each and everyone of the players, coaches, parents and anyone who comes to our games feel like they are part of our football family!

Gridiron Football will provide the following:

Gridiron Branded Uniform

Flag Belt and Flags

Players will need to provide:

Mouth Guard *Mandatory*

Water Bottle

Cleats (Soccer cleats work great, but baseball cleats are not allowed) NO METAL SPIKES!

*Optional equipment, Soft Shell Hemet, Gloves, or Arm/ Leg Sleeves,

Join us this Winter to check on the *Upgraded* Gridiron Football!!!!

*Refer to our FAQ page to find answers to most league questions. If you cannot find your answer there, reach out to [email protected] and we will promptly get you an answer!*